The Tragedy of 9/11

   On September 11, 2001, I was only three years old and I lived in my country of origin Colombia, South America. I don't remember anything at all from that day but I have heard many things about it. I know that it was a terrorist attack in which two air planes were highjacked and crashed into the twin  towers which collapsed and killed thousands of people. People have told me that it was a terrible experience because it created chaos with people rushing every where trying to aid those who were hurt. Also, I have heard of stories from people who worked in the towers but for some reason didn't go that day and thanks to that they survived the tragedy. I know it was something that greatly impacted the nation and is still remembered in order to honor those who sacrificed their lives rescuing others and to those who died from the collapsed towers.

   One thing in the video of 9/11 that impacted me was that the there was a third building that collapsed. The world trade seven burned for 7 hours and then finally collapsed but thanks to an unknown order, the building had been evacuated hours before. The video showed all the information which I know from that day; the paramedics and firefighters rushing to the scene and confusion that was brought by the event. Many weren't sure if their loved ones had survived and people rushed to volunteer and help along with many others . There wasn't anything different to that which I have heard except that I didn't know that a third building had collapsed. This video made me feel sad for those who died and for those who lost their loved ones. It's really a tragedy that someone could purposely cause the death of so many people. 

   http://www.911memorial.org/